Then & Now

Women of Distinction

Honoring Summit County

Women of Distinction

Annually, we honor Women of Distinction, Then and Now. These stories of Summit County women, past and present, preserve the contributions of women to the history of our county. Watch their videos here.

2023 Women of Distinction

Then
Helen Foote

Helen Foote

Frisco Pioneer, Teacher, Leader

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2023 Women of Distinction

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Andy Searls

Philanthropist, Supporter of Summit County Seniors

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2022 Women of Distinction

Then
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Anna Emore

Dillon native, Homesteader, Founder Summit Historical Society

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2022 Women of Distinction

Now
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Maureen (Sloan) Nicholls

Summit County Modern Pioneer, Lover of History

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2021 Women of Distinction

Then
Chipeta

Chipeta (White Singing Bird)

Native American Diplomat and Peacekeeper

(1843/44 – 1924)

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2021 Women of Distinction

Now
Nanci Campbell

Nanci Campbell

Summit County Pioneer

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2020 Women of Distinction

Then
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Edna Dercum

Skier, Author & Coach

(August 2, 1914 – September 15, 2008)

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2020 Women of Distinction

Now
Mary Ellen Gilliand

Mary Ellen Gilliland

Author & Historian

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2019 Women of Distinction

Then
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Lula Myers

(July 10, 1881- April 1973)

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2019 Women of Distinction

Now
Harriett

Harriett Bobo

(Oct 10, 1942 – July 14, 2018)

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